Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beiriger Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beiriger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beiriger Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beiriger Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beiriger Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#830 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
18%
13%
White
46%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beiriger Elementary School's ranking?
Beiriger Elementary School is ranked #830 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Beiriger Elementary School often compared to?
Beiriger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie Wadsworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Beiriger Elementary School?
443 students attend Beiriger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Beiriger Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beiriger Elementary School?
Beiriger Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beiriger Elementary School offer ?
Beiriger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beiriger Elementary School part of?
Beiriger Elementary School is part of Griffith School District.
School Reviews
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